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MK Electric is transforming light operation with the introduction of a range of innovative self powered switches - called Echo - that are entirely wireless and battery-free. MK is the first major UK manufacturer to incorporate this patented technology - so-called ‘enabled by EnOcean', after the German company that developed it - into switches; and the new Echo range harvests tiny amounts of ambient energy to wirelessly operate lighting at ranges of up to 30 metres within buildings.
The benefits of such technology - combined with MK Electric's market-leading wiring devices and accessories - include almost instant switch installation; total location flexibility of light switches within buildings; and easy relocation, re-installation and considerable cost-savings when ‘churning' office and other commercial spaces. The Echo range is also incredibly low maintenance thanks to the lack of batteries (that would need replacing) and lack of wiring in the wall.
Furthermore, the switches aid compliance with Building Regulations such as Part L by providing for localised control of lighting and integration with lighting management systems and other networks covering areas such as heating and airconditioning. They also help with meeting Part M requirements thanks to their immense flexibility when positioning them.
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